Bee Ridge Travel Guide

Sarasota

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Popular places to visit

Lido Beach

Lido Beach

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Lido Beach
St. Armands Circle which includes a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

St. Armands Circle
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Mall at University Town Center
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

4.5/5(4 reviews)

See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

You can spend time exploring the galleries in John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Sarasota Jungle Gardens showing a garden and signage

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

5/5(1 review)

Chatter with a parrot, watch lemurs swing by, meet a flock of flamingos and explore a tropical oasis in this extensive botanical park.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Things to do

Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

Rp923.780
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Rp2.452.457
per adult
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Rp1.662.804
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Rp992.557
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour - Siesta Key, FL

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Rp1.093.495
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Sarasota: Seabob Experience

Sarasota: Seabob Experience

Rp3.023.280
per adult
Sarasota: Seabob Experience
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Top hotels in Bee Ridge

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Kompose Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp1.244.578 per night from 4 May to 5 May
Rp1.244.578
Rp1.634.587 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,815 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp1.353.940 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
Rp1.353.940
Rp1.529.952 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,898 reviews)
"It is difficult to truly review the property because we were only there after dinner until 5:00 am due to early flight. Great Location,easy check in, pleasant staff, and well equipped. I had a problem with bumping into the bed corners because they stick out well beyond the mattress. Other than that, ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Tropical Beach Resorts
Tropical Beach Resorts
3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is Rp2.846.794 per night from 19 May to 20 May
Rp2.846.794
Rp3.597.235 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,636 reviews)
"Stayed in the new section of rooms, very clean, no issues. will stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is Rp1.690.195 per night from 20 May to 21 May
Rp1.690.195
Rp1.909.921 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,261 reviews)
Wisconsin Winter Getaway
"We enjoyed our stay at Spark Siesta Key. You could walk to dining and shopping. You could drive to the beach or Siesta Village-there are a lot of free public parking areas to get to the beach. I saw the hotel had beach chairs and umbrellas if you wanted to mess with that. Great pool area with a hot ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
The price is Rp2.560.684 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
Rp2.560.684
Rp3.308.265 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,364 reviews)
"Great pool area, snacks and drinks around pool Breakfast included was great too"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
2.5 out of 5
5311 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL
The price is Rp4.953.069 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp4.953.069
Rp6.528.862 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this motel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"For me the most important thing was the cleanliness, I loved it, I will return"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Bee Ridge

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South Gate Ridge

South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

South Gate Ridge
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Sarasota Springs

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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Ridge Wood Heights

Ridge Wood Heights is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Gulf Gate Mall.

Ridge Wood Heights
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Southgate

While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.

Southgate
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Gulf Gate Estates

4/5(2 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Gulf Gate Estates. Make a stop by top sights like Gulf Gate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Gulf Gate Estates
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Pinecraft

4/5(10 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sarasota Commons Shopping Center and Ed Smith Stadium.

Pinecraft

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